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6.5 / 10(126 votes)IMDbR20041h 51mGermany, United States of America

Imaginary Heroes

“People are never who they seem to be.”

Synopsis

Matt Travis is good-looking, popular, and his school's best competitive swimmer, so everyone is shocked when he inexplicably commits suicide. As the following year unfolds, each member of his family struggles to recover from the tragedy with mixed results.

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Imaginary Heroes ≣ 2004 ≣ Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2018-11-07

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 17, 2004

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

April 25, 2006

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$10M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Dan Harris
Screenplay & Story
Dan Harris
Original Score
Deborah Lurie
Original Title
Imaginary Heroes
Country of Origin
Germany, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 51m
Production Budget
$10M
Production Studios
QI Quality International, Signature Pictures, Linson Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dan Harris

Screenplay & Story

Dan Harris

Original Score & Music

Deborah Lurie

Director of Photography

Tim Orr

Film Editing

James Lyons

Producers

Denise Shaw, Jan Fantl, Gina Resnick, Rudy Cohen, Illana Diamant

Department Leadership Roster

Dan Harris

Dan Harris

Director

Dan Harris

Dan Harris

Writer

Gary J. Wayton

Gary J. Wayton

Stunt Coordinator

Tim Orr

Tim Orr

Director of Photography

Manny Siverio

Stunt Coordinator

James Lyons

James Lyons

Editor

Michael Wilkinson

Michael Wilkinson

Costume Design

Denise Shaw

Producer

Rick Butler

Production Design

Gina Resnick

Producer

Illana Diamant

Illana Diamant

Producer

Moshe Diamant

Producer

Frank Hübner

Producer

Art Linson

Art Linson

Producer

Deborah Lurie

Deborah Lurie

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Imaginary Heroes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Imaginary Heroes

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Imaginary Heroes about?

Matt Travis is good-looking, popular, and his school's best competitive swimmer, so everyone is shocked when he inexplicably commits suicide. As the following year unfolds, each member of his family struggles to recover from the tragedy with mixed results.

Who directed Imaginary Heroes?

Imaginary Heroes was directed by Dan Harris.

Who stars in Imaginary Heroes?

The principal cast of Imaginary Heroes includes Sigourney Weaver, Emile Hirsch, Jeff Daniels, Michelle Williams, Kip Pardue.

When was Imaginary Heroes released and how long is it?

Imaginary Heroes was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.

Who composed the musical score for Imaginary Heroes?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Imaginary Heroes was composed by Deborah Lurie.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Imaginary Heroes?

Imaginary Heroes holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).